Appointing a nominee director can help overseas entrepreneurs meet the UK legal requirement of having at least one natural person on the board of a limited company. This 2025 pricing guide explains the full cost of a UK nominee director service, including compliance obligations and key considerations for non-UK residents.
Why Nominee Director Services Are Needed
Under UK company law, every limited company must appoint at least one natural person as a director. For non-UK residents, this can present challenges, particularly if a UK resident director is required for banking, compliance, or business credibility. A nominee director provides a lawful solution while ensuring full transparency with the Persons of Significant Control (PSC) register.
Key reasons to appoint a nominee director:
- Meeting Companies Act 2006 requirements for UK companies
- Supporting bank account opening and client trust
- Protecting privacy while remaining compliant with disclosure rules
- Facilitating smooth company formation for non-UK residents
Nominee Director UK Cost - 2025 Pricing Table
Below is a transparent breakdown of nominee director fees for 2025. All services provided by CG Incorporations are fully compliant with HMRC and UK company law.
| Service | 2025 Cost (GBP) |
|---|---|
| Nominee Director Appointment (Annual Fee) | from £1,200 |
| Nominee Director's passport copy | Included |
| Nominee Director's proof of address | Included |
| Nominee Director Appointment Agreement | Included |
| Ongoing Compliance Monitoring | Included |
| Optional: Power of Attorney Setup | Included |
FAQs
As we are supervised by HMRC for Anti-Money Laundering (AML) regulations, we are required to collect the following documents from the Ultimate Beneficial Owner (UBO):
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Valid Passport Copy & Credas Verification
- A clear copy of the UBO's valid passport.
- Completion of a Credas verification, which confirms the passport's authenticity and the individual's liveness. This identity verification is a regulatory requirement and takes only a few minutes to complete. We will send the link to you.
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Certified Proof of Address (dated within the last 3 months)
Acceptable documents include:
- Utility bills (gas, electricity, water, landline telephone - not mobile phone bills)
- Bank or building society statements
- Credit card statements from a regulated lender
- Government-issued letters (recent and official)
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Enhanced Due Diligence
- Because the use of a nominee director is classified as high-risk under our compliance framework, we must perform Enhanced Due Diligence.
- The UBO must provide Source of Funds and Source of Wealth information to satisfy these requirements. We will provide guidance on the documents we accept.
Published: 9/11/2025 1:28:33 PM. Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice.
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